Ray Hernandez
West New York,NJ
Summary
Over 30 years of highly commended law enforcement experience as a dynamic Police Lieutenant with extensive experience at the West New York Police Department, excelling in community policing and operational planning. Proven track record in suspect identification and interagency collaboration, enhancing public safety and trust. Skilled in tactical interviewing and crisis stabilization, fostering effective responses to complex incidents. experience in Patrol, Community Policing, Criminal Investigations, Surveillance, Wire Investigation, High risk search warrants, and Executive Leadership. My dynamic and leadership style has been a combination of proactive methods of management and problem solving. I thrive in remaining calm
and focused in high-stress situations making quick, effective decisions. I also have the ability to motivate officers and employees to exceed objectives for quality of work, while continuing to maintain the highest standards of law enforcement ethics and professionalism.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Lieutenant
West New York Police Department
12.2015 - 09.2025
- Supervised and reviewed thousands of arrests throughout a distinguished law enforcement career, ensuring compliance with legal standards and departmental procedures.
- Led community policing initiatives to enhance public trust and collaboration.
- Developed and implemented operational plans for large-scale events, emergency responses, and high-risk police operations.
- Supervised criminal investigations, ensuring thorough documentation and adherence to legal standards.
- Trained and mentored officers on operational procedures and emergency response protocols.
- Coordinated multi-agency responses to critical incidents, fostering interdepartmental collaboration.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Managed personnel scheduling, ensuring optimal coverage during peak times and effective response to emergency situations.
- Frequently patrolled routes and talked with business owners and residents.
Police Sergeant
West New York Police Department
02.2011 - 12.2015
- Squad consisted of 9 patrol men and 2 detectives. The duties consisted of the oversight of investigations into major crimes such as homicide, aggravated assault, sexual assault, robbery, missing persons, and burglary.
- Reviewed and approved arrest reports, incident documentation, and investigative paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
- Served the residents of West New York, a densely populated and diverse Hudson County community located along the Hudson River directly across from Manhattan. I maintain a close working relationship with numerous city, county, state, and federal law enforcement and investigative agencies.
- Coordinated investigations, leading to the successful resolution of complex cases.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 10 officers.
Patrol Officer
West New York Police Department
08.1994 - 12.2011
- Enforced traffic regulations to ensure public safety and compliance.
- Conducted routine patrols to deter crime and provide community support.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, coordinating with dispatch and backup units.
- Documented incidents accurately, preparing thorough reports for investigations.
- Assigned to the West New York Community Services/Street crimes unit as a uniformed and plain clothes officer targeting quality of life issues and open air drug markets.
Police Detective
West New York Police Department
01.1998 - 12.2004
- Conducted thorough investigations to gather evidence and build cases for prosecution.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies to enhance case resolutions.
- Coordinated multi-agency investigations involving court-authorized wiretaps in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and New Jersey State Police.
- Analyzed crime patterns and trends to inform investigative strategies and resource allocation.
- Developed and maintained confidential informant relationships with over 10+ at a time to obtain critical information.
- Conducted investigations leading to the apprehension and arrest of two suspects in separate sexual assault cases as a part of the SARA (Sexual Assault and Rape Analysis) unit.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects to extract factual accounts relevant to ongoing investigations.
- Prepared detailed reports and presented findings in court as a key witness in criminal cases.
Skills
- Suspect identification
- Laws and ordinances
- Workload balancing
- Computer-aided dispatch
- FEMA Incident Command System 100,200,700 & 800
- Use of Force policy
- Firearms training
- Active Shooter Emergency training
- Tactical Interviewing
- Narcan trained
- Clear-Mental Health & Special Needs Crisis Stabilization
- Clear-Law Enforcement and the LGBTQ
- Clear-Sexual Assault Investigations
- OIC of departments Community Policing Unit
- HIDA eyes for lies
- EMT and CPR courses
- Breathalyzer operator
- Bloodborne Pathogens courses
- Graduate of TOP GUN, UNIT,
and HIDA courses
Accomplishments
- Demonstrated calm decision-making and emergency response skills while assisting with three emergency childbirths in the field.(https://www.nj.com/hudson/2012/11/miracle_on_54th_street_west_ne_1.html#:~:text=Hernandez%20arrived%20just%20in%20time,it%20was%20definitely%20a%20surprise.)
- Assisted in the attempted recovery of life at 9/11 world trade centers
- Numerous awards for exceptional services, exceptional merit, certificates of recognition available upon request.
- MADD (mother against drunk driving award) most DUI arrests in the department two years in a row.
- Top Gun and first place in both the shotgun and handgun competition in the West New York Police Department.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Police Lieutenant
West New York Police Department
12.2015 - 09.2025
Police Sergeant
West New York Police Department
02.2011 - 12.2015
Police Detective
West New York Police Department
01.1998 - 12.2004
Patrol Officer
West New York Police Department
08.1994 - 12.2011